The Textual Genesis of Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations

Nuno Venturinha editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:26th Jun '13

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Sixty years after its first edition, there is an increasing consensus among scholars that the work posthumously published as Philosophical Investigations represents something that is far from a complete picture of Wittgenstein’s second book project. G.H. von Wright’s seminal research on the Nachlass was an important contribution in this direction, showing that the Wittgenstein papers can reveal much more than the source of specific remarks. This book specifically explores Wittgenstein’s PhilosophicalInvestigations from the different angles of its originary conceptions, including the mathematical texts, shedding new light on fundamental issues in twentieth century and contemporary philosophy. Leading authorities in the field focus on newly published or hitherto unpublished sources for the interpretation of Wittgenstein’s later work and a Wittgenstein typescript, translated for the first time into English, is included as an appendix.

"There are countless books on Wittgenstein’s Philosophical Investigations but almost none that focus on issues surrounding its genesis. This collection fills that gap and more – its contributors raise questions about the links between the style and form of Wittgenstein’s writings in relation to the aims and ambitions of his philosophy. It will be especially useful for those wishing to learn more about the continuity and character of Wittgenstein’s philosophical approach." -- Daniel D. Hutto, University of Hertfordshire, UK

ISBN: 9780415640688

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Weight: 600g

226 pages